Find room for all the essentials using DIY storage and furniture tricks.

Designing andarranging a tiny spacecan be particularly tricky, especially regarding storage ideas for small bedrooms.

With these tips, your small bedroom can store much more than you think.

Bedroom with bedside lamps and wooden nightstands

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DIY Built-Ins

Built-ins are a great storage idea for small bedrooms that need additional closet space.

Consider pieces that serve a dual purpose, such as a desk that also serves as a bedside table.

A basket on the lower shelf provides portability for other small items.

Bedroom with armoire next to bed

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Look for pieces that offermultiple storage options, such as a drawer and an open shelf.

Hidden Clutter

A closed drawer invites clutter, especially when your space lacks small bedroom storage ideas.

To keep your stuff from getting out of control, start with anorganizing systemthat sorts items by jot down.

Bedroom with desk next to bed and bookshelf

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Pretty dishes and trays can act as simple drawer dividers, holding grooming and dressing supplies.

For tabletop items, try decorative trays to keep other small supplies organized.

Place out-of-season items under your bed in a zippered tote.

gray bedroom with two twin beds

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This storage idea for small bedrooms incorporates room for beloved decorative items and daily-use essentials.

Sorted Surfaces

Many small bedroomsparticularlykid spacesalso do double-duty as work or homework spots.

This also works well for jewelry, makeup, or other grooming supplies.

Bedroom with hanging square shelving

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A metal screen in a simple frame offers an ideal hanging spot for favored earrings and necklaces.

Under-Bed Storage

Trundle beds aren’t just for kids' rooms.

Look in Unexpected Places

In space-challenged bedrooms, every square inch counts.

Drawer with items placed in bowls

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Frequently worn accessories or other dressing items can be easily accessible thanks to narrow hooks and plastic holders.

Wasted Space Storage

Even narrow spots and awkward in-between areas can be useful for storage.

To keep the bedside surface clear, consider mounting aswing arm lamp.

Bedroom with wicker basket and light on wall

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A set of wall-mounted hooks underneath keeps outerwear or bags within easy reach.

Creative Nook Storage

Embrace every inch of square footage to make the most of your small bedroom.

Bonus: The built-in bench flips up to reveal extra blankets or linens storage.

Metal basket with items in cups

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Search for narrower options that can tuck into slim corners yet offer practical storage ideas for small bedroom organization.

Themirrored doorson this one help to bounce light around the room, which helps the space appear larger.

Supplemental Closet Storage

Small bedrooms and tiny closets often go hand-in-hand.

Hanging jewelry holder behind dresser

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Closet Trick

Make the most of limited rack space with smart storage ideas forsmall bedroom closets.

Employ bins or baskets as organizers for bedside essentials, and installwall-mounted lightsinstead of a table lamp.

The set-up in this bedroom eliminates the need for nightstands, which is another plus in small bedroom organization.

Bed next to window with drawers

Credit: John Bessler

Yellow closet door with hanging objects

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Bedroom with hanging night stand and light

Credit: John Granen

Wall covered in art and jewelry décor

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Day bed in cubby area

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Cabinet with mirrored sections holding items

Credit: Miki Duisterhof

Green closet with blue and yellow clothes

Credit: Jay Wilde

Vanity with pink accents and chair

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Closet with cube organization

Credit: Marty Baldwin

White shelving headboard

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